NUBBY Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

nubby

adjective

ˈnə-bē

Definition of nubby

as in nubbly

having small pieces or lumps spread throughout a nubby yarn that produces bumpy fabrics when woven

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

smooth

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Recent Examples of nubby Why else show nubby fleece trousers with a coordinating striped jacket, which nobody needs but would be a hoot to wear? — Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 26 Jan. 2026 Textural, nubby and practical, this sweater is an instant classic. — Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 19 Jan. 2026 The sandstone bouclé brings a soft, nubby texture that adds warmth without feeling heavy, and the low profile keeps the whole piece looking clean. — Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 1 Dec. 2025 Suspend houseplants from the ceiling in macrame planters and add a nubby rug to complete the look. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for nubby

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubby

Adjective

Lifting the lid revealed a small tart topped with a tongue of Spanish sea urchin, resting on a nubbly bed of cancha nuts.

— Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025

Definition of nubbly

Adjective

Quarter to quarter results could be lumpy given macro uncertainty and trading’s seasonal strength in Q1, so management cautioned against annualizing the strong start.

— Josh Brown,Sean Russo, CNBC, 9 July 2026
Bequest giving has always been lumpy — a handful of nine-figure estates can move the number.

— Gabriel Alin Zainescu, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of lumpy

Adjective

With the blessing and support of the Forest Service, the tribe began working to restore parts of its homeland — not as a shrubland, or thick conifer forest, but an open and free tapestry anchored by oaks.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Big bluegills fight hard, and hauling them out of sunken trees or thick vegetation on light tackle takes real skill.

— Joe Cermele, Outdoor Life, 9 July 2026

Definition of thick

Adjective

Stewart wore hers with a chunky pearl choker, red pants, and white sandals for a patriotic look, but the top’s styling potential is endless.

— Claire West, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026
The slim profile is a nice distraction from the chunky dad sneakers that dominated the previous season.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 5 July 2026

Definition of chunky

Adjective

Just be careful not to add water, since even tiny amounts can cause melted chocolate to turn into a grainy, clumpy mess.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 27 June 2026
Using a vegetable peeler, shave a modest amount of Parmesan onto a plate (a mound of grated Parmesan may look impressive, but all that clumpy cheese mutes the dressing).

— Sue Li, Bon Appetit Magazine, 12 June 2026

Definition of clumpy

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